Two Rivers High School, in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, United States, was founded in 1954. The school was built in 1971 to serve students in grades 9–12. Today, it serves students in grades 9–12 and houses the district’s administrative offices.
Serving 1,710 students in grades 9-12, Two Rivers High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Sibley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Paul, MN, covering approximately 26.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being around 3.8 miles, while the furthest edge is located 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Two Rivers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Two Rivers High School's student population of 1,710 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,710 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Two Rivers High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Two Rivers High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Two Rivers High School's ranking?
Two Rivers High School is ranked #544 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Two Rivers High School often compared to?
Two Rivers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academic Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Two Rivers High School?
The graduation rate of Two Rivers High School is 85%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Two Rivers High School?
1,710 students attend Two Rivers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Two Rivers High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Two Rivers High School?
Two Rivers High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Two Rivers High School offer ?
Two Rivers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Two Rivers High School part of?
Two Rivers High School is part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District.
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